5 Reasons You Might Be Tired of the Gym (And
What You Can Do About It)

Everyone knows about the

importance of regular exercise,
but getting into the gym consistently is something lots of people struggle with.
If youíve ever signed up for the gym only to stop going a few weeks (or even
days later), you can relate. Although the gym is a great place to work out, it can
quickly become mundane if you donít approach it the right way. But how exactly
should you make your gym time as productive as possible? Keep reading for five
reasons you might be tired of the gym (and what you can do about it).

1. You donít have a workout plan

Going to the gym when you have no idea what type of exercises you should be
doing can be very intimidating. Instead of starting your workout with the
mindset that youíll figure it out when you get to the gym, give yourself a

workout plan
ahead of time. You can create your own plan based on your personal goals or
utilize other resources to find something that works for you.

2. Youíd rather work out at home

Although the gym is a great place to exercise, it isnít the only place where
you can get a good workout. If traveling to and from the gym is what has you
feeling over it, you should designate a few days where you exercise at home.
According to

House Method,
you could set up a home workout area in your garage or spare room, so you can
switch up your routine when you donít feel like leaving your house.

3. You need someone to keep you motivated

Working out alone can be tough, especially when you already didnít feel like
exercising in the first place. If having to work out by yourself is whatís got
you tired of the gym, itís time to think about getting a friend who can double
as your accountability partner and help you reach the goals youíve set for
yourself.

4. You feel bored

If the thought of spending an hour in the gym bores you to death, itís time
to think about ways you can keep yourself focused while you work out. Creating

a playlist
specifically for the gym is a great way to give yourself a push while you tackle
your workout. Your playlist should consist of high-energy, pump-up music that
will get you in the mood to exercise as hard as you can. You could also listen
to your favorite podcast or watch your favorite show on your smartphone or a
mounted TV.

5. Running and weight lifting arenít your thing

When you walk into the gym, the first items you probably see are weights and
treadmills. If these machines donít interest you, it can be easy to feel like
the gym isnít the right place for your workout. However, there are lots of other
exercise options that are perfect for people who donít love to run and/or lift
weights. Try to get a copy of your gymís class schedule and sign up for any
classes that interest you. Many gyms will offer classes like Zumba and
kickboxing to provide you with nice alternative workouts.

Being tired of the gym isnít a feeling that has to last forever. If you stick
to the tips above, youíll realize that exercise can be an awesome experience.